Dispur, 22/7: The Assam government has decided to ban packaged drinking water bottles of less than 1 litre from October 2.
From October 2024, bottles of less than 2 litres will also be banned in the state, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said after a cabinet meeting on Friday evening.
“The cabinet decided to ban the production and use of drinking water bottles made of PET of less than 1 litre in volume. The ban will come into effect from October 2 with a three-month transition period provided,” he said.
Polyethylene terephthalate or PET is a type of polyester that is widely used in the production of plastic bottles, films and other products. It is known for its strength, flexibility and chemical resistance.